Austin Wells' future with Yankees uncertain amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:11 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Austin Wells is facing scrutiny over his performance with the New York Yankees, having amassed a.178/.296/.274 slash line in 44 games this season. Despite his offensive struggles, The Athletic's Brendan Kuty suggests the Yankees should retain him for his defensive capabilities and relationships with pitchers. There are hints that the Yankees might explore acquiring a right-handed hitting catcher as a potential platoon partner for Wells. For now, team management is likely to endure with Wells, given the lack of strong alternatives at Triple-A.
- •Wells has four home runs and seven RBIs this season.
- •Kuty advocates against sending Wells to Triple-A due to his defensive value.
- •There are rumors of potentially acquiring a right-handed hitting catcher.
- •Backup catcher J.C. Escarra is also underperforming.
- •Wells's future will be examined until the trade deadline.
- 9:11 PMYahoo Sports — Insider reveals if Austin Wells is at risk of being sent to Triple-A by Yankees
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